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Columbus Zoo Catering Server

Powell, OH · On-site

$14.75 - $19/hr

Ability to express knowledge of menus, food presentation, and food service techniques with guest ... SSA Holdings and its affiliated companies, including SSA Group, A&F Souvenir, Cinchio Solutions ...

SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more. We increase revenue opportunities for partners across the United ...

Who are we: SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on ... Food Service Associate Reports to: Food Service Supervisor (if applicable) and/or Food Service ...

Food Service Associate

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$16 - $16.50/hr

SSA Group at the Buffalo Zoo is looking for talented Food Service Associates! Food Service Associate Who are we: For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the ...

SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more. We increase revenue opportunities for partners across the United ...

Food Service Associate

Columbia, SC · On-site

$11 - $13/hr

The SSA Group is looking for talented and friendly associates to join our Food & Beverage team at ... Food Service Associate Who are we: For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural ...

Associate at The Florida Aquarium! Join our team at The Florida Aquarium as a Food Service ... SSA Group reserves the right to revise the or to require that other or different tasks are ...

Food Service - Associate

San Antonio, TX

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more. We increase revenue opportunities for partners across the United ...

Food Service - Associate

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$13 - $17/hr

SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more. We increase revenue opportunities for partners across the United ...

Food Service - Associate

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$14 - $18.25/hr

SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more. We increase revenue opportunities for partners across the United ...

Food Service - Associate

San Diego, CA · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Food Service Associate Who are we: For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural ... SSA Group reserves the right to revise the or to require that other or different tasks are ...

Food Service Associate Who are we: For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural ... SSA Group reserves the right to revise the or to require that other or different tasks are ...

Food Service - Associate

Wichita, KS · On-site

$11.75 - $15.25/hr

Food Service Associate Who are we: For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural ... SSA Group reserves the right to revise the or to require that other or different tasks are ...

Food Service Associate Who are we: For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural ... SSA Group reserves the right to revise the or to require that other or different tasks are ...

Food Service - Associate

Norwalk, CT · On-site

$14 - $18.25/hr

Food Service Associate Who are we: For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural ... SSA Group reserves the right to revise the or to require that other or different tasks are ...

Food Service Associate Who are we: For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural ... SSA Group reserves the right to revise the or to require that other or different tasks are ...

Food Service Associate Who are we: For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural ... SSA Group reserves the right to revise the or to require that other or different tasks are ...

Food Service Associate Who are we: For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural ... SSA Group reserves the right to revise the or to require that other or different tasks are ...

Food Service - Associate

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$13.75 - $18/hr

Food Service Associate Who are we: For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural ... SSA Group reserves the right to revise the or to require that other or different tasks are ...

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SSA Group Jobs Information

Do workers at SSA Group get paid breaks?

No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
88% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Does SSA Group pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
74% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

At SSA Group, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
36% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and February 2026.

Are part-time workers able to get health insurance from SSA Group?

Most people who work part-time can't get health insurance.
100% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can’t get health insurance
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2025.

Do part-time workers get paid time off at SSA Group?

Most people who work part-time don’t get paid time off.
92% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Is the health insurance from SSA Group affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
86% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and February 2026.

Do people get paid time off at SSA Group?

Some people get paid time off from work.
67% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 67% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 25% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 4% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 5% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do workers at SSA Group worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
53% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do SSA Group workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
51% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

How easy is it for SSA Group workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
42% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at SSA Group?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
36% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do SSA Group managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
77% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do jobs at SSA Group spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
15% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at SSA Group?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
38% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Is a SSA Group job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
82% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Is working at SSA Group good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
50% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and February 2026.

Do people at SSA Group feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
67% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at SSA Group get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
67% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at SSA Group?

Most people feel stressed out here.
71% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at SSA Group enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
40% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at SSA Group recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
47% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at SSA Group?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
47% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at SSA Group?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 55% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people think SSA Group’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
89% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how SSA Group is doing?

Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
74% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.
What are the most popular categories at Ssa Group?
Infographic showing various Food Service Associate job openings at Ssa Group in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 8% Temporary. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

Columbus Zoo Catering Server

SSA Group

Powell, OH • On-site

$14.75 - $19/hr

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 19 days ago


SSA Group rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

SERVER - CATERING
For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience journey, freeing our partners to remain mission-focused.
We bring together admissions, culinary, and retail with innovation and human connection to shape a seamless guest journey.
Our focus is on people, innovation, and operational intelligence as a means to create special moments with lasting impact. We call it 452 Hospitality, the foundation of how we serve our partners and their communities
Reports to: Catering Supervisor(s) and Catering Manager(s)
Responsibilities
  • With direction of supervisors and/or managers, serve guests according to the requested serving style.
  • Communicate with expos and kitchen staff to ensure orders are correct.
  • Remains knowledgeable of all menu items and dietary/allergy information for sharing with guests.
  • Live out 452 Hospitality by delivering warm, welcoming, and memorable experiences for every guest an client.
  • Oversee quality, product levels and inventory of product.
  • Fulfill guest's needs quickly and efficiently as well as resolve complaints effectively.
  • Meet expectations of proper setup, execution, breakdown, and cleanup of each catered event.
  • Execute back of the house, front of the house and side work duties for overall productivity of banquet events as assigned.
  • Ability to express knowledge of menus, food presentation, and food service techniques with guest service in mind.
  • Perform strenuous manual labor as required (equipment storage, event setup, tear down of tables and chairs).
  • Support placement, movement and storage of rental orders, buffet cards, and catering items.
  • Support Catering Supervisor(s) and Catering Operations Manager with problems during events and provide creative solutions.
  • Maintain a friendly and approachable attitude towards the client, guests, and staff.
  • Communicate clearly and openly with leaders for overall success.
  • Display a sense of urgency at all times.
  • Uphold a professional appearance and mannerism.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • Perform other tasks as deemed necessary.
  • Maintain a clean, safe and organized work environment.
  • Uphold and demonstrate a complete understanding of company policies and procedures.

IDEA + Belonging
  • Promote an inclusive & supportive approach within the Brand team, with networking continuing at all units.
  • Focuses on removing barriers and empowering growth and opportunity for team members at all levels.
  • Leads by example through Sustainability/Conservation efforts; displays knowledge of efforts in business application as well as giving adequate opportunity for teaching to unit staff as necessary.
  • Engages with SSA/Unit in driving community effort through engagement activities and focus. On opportunities of giving back.

Job Requirements
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Exceptional problem solving/decision making skills combined with the ability to be organized.
  • Demonstrates the ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ideal candidate is a team player, personable, professional, upbeat and energetic, and takes initiative.
  • Physical ability to stand for extended periods and to move and handle boxes (10-35lbs) as necessary to operation, which entails lifting, and perform all functions as set forth above.
  • Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.

Previous Experience
  • Catering and/or event industry experience a plus.

This is by no means an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job description. The General Manager reserves the right to revise the job description or to require that other or different tasks are performed when circumstances change (i.e. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technological developments)
Compensation and Benefits
  • Eligible for overtime pay.
  • On-Demand Pay Program: Get access to a portion of earned wages before payday.
  • Meal Plan & Employee Discounts at applicable locations.
  • Participation in a 401(k) program with a 15% company match (must be 21 years or older, eligible after one year of employment with 1,000 hours worked, available to enroll during Open Enrollment Periods).
  • Tuition Discount through Partnership College.
  • Up to 8 hours of Bereavement Leave
  • Holiday pay of1.5x the regular rate is provided for hours worked on Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day.
  • Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with applicable state and local laws. Accrual rates, caps, and usage rules vary by location.

Locations include: Arizona, California, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, D.C.. Colorado: Employees accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year, under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Maryland: Employees accrue at least 1 hour of paid sick and safe leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours per year, as required under the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act. Washington: Employees accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked, in accordance with the Seattle Paid Sick and Safe Time.
SSA Holdings and its affiliated companies, including SSA Group, A&F Souvenir, Cinchio Solutions, and Behavioral Essentials, are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. A diverse team strengthens our collective impact.
All California Residents: By submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the SSA Group California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Candidate and Employee Privacy Notice ("Notice").
San Francisco Residents: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Please see the "Fair Chance Ordinance - Know Your Rights" document for more information. By submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the "Fair Chance Ordinance - Know Your Rights" document.
We accept applications for this position on a rolling basis. Apply anytime at thessagroup.com. Applications are reviewed as received, and the position remains open until filled.

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